Coder - Inpatient Rehab | 13-Week Remote Contract – Nashville, TN

Coder – Inpatient Rehab (On-Site, Nashville, TN) — IRF PAI / ICD-10 / DRG Coder

Inpatient Rehab Coder (IRF PAI required) in Nashville, TN (37203) — 2+ years acute inpatient coding, strong ICD-10-CM/PCS and DRG experience. Join our Nashville healthcare team today.

Job Details — Nashville Medical Coding Jobs

• Location: On-site in Nashville, TN (37203) — Nashville, Tennessee healthcare jobs
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,181 - $1,312
• Hours per Week: 40
• Shifts per Week: 5
• Shift Duration: 8-hour days
• Schedule: Flexible shifts; weekend options available (Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday). Must be available for training M–F 8:00am–4:30pm for the first 2 weeks.
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Role Type: Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) coder / Medical coder / DRG coder

Required & Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital inpatient coding required — experience in Tennessee or other U.S. hospitals preferred
• 1–2 years of inpatient rehab coding experience preferred
• IRF PAI coding experience required (assigning etiologic diagnosis, complications, comorbids, and interruption of stay diagnoses)
• ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS expertise; MS-DRG / APR-DRG knowledge and POA assignment experience
• High School diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management (HIM) / Health Information Technology (HIT) preferred
• RHIT, RHIA, or CCS certification preferred (Certified Coding Specialist)
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs) and strong technical skills in Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills for physician queries and documentation clarification

Key Responsibilities — Inpatient Rehab Coding / Medical Coder

• Review and evaluate inpatient medical record documentation to assign, sequence, edit, and validate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes
• Perform coding and/or code/DRG validation across multiple entities, including IRF PAI submissions and DRG assignment
• Apply all applicable ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, IRF PAI, and facility-specific coding guidelines
• Maintain or exceed established accuracy and productivity standards for DRG coder and medical coding roles
• Utilize complete patient documentation in code/DRG assignment, validation, and editing to support quality and compliance
• Initiate, review, and edit physician queries in compliance with policy to ensure complete and defensible documentation
• Stay current with official coding updates, coding guidelines, and organizational data quality standards
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Mission, and Value Statement; perform other duties as assigned

Why Nashville? Work in the vibrant 37203 area of Nashville, TN — a hub for healthcare careers with excellent access to dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. This role is ideal for medical coders seeking growth in inpatient rehab coding, IRF PAI expertise, and DRG-focused positions in Tennessee.

Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your career as an Inpatient Rehab Coder in Nashville, TN. Submit your resume and certifications for immediate consideration — join our team of dedicated medical coders today!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.